Austin is one of the fastest growing cities not only in Texas but in the nation. It also lies in a semi-arid region that experiences hot summers and has water right issues.“In the long run, every gallon we save helps us meet growth demands and our strategic goals,” says Greg Meszaros, Director of the Austin Water Utility. The utility serves a population of 800,000 with about 200,000 connections, but both numbers are rising rapidly. That lends urgency to planning efforts. In some ways, Austin’s water outlook is good. The city has a contract with the Lower Colorado River Authority that
